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MIAMI, 19th July, 2026 (WAM) — England secured third place at the 2026 FIFA World Cup after defeating France 6-4 today in the third-place play-off. England took a 4-0 lead in the first half through goals from Declan Rice and Ezri Konsa, along with a brace from Bukayo Saka, who later completed his hat-trick from the penalty spot in the 87th minute. Kylian Mbappé scored twice for France, while Bradley Barcola added another goal in the second half. Ousmane Dembélé netted France’s fourth in the sixth minute of stoppage time, before Jude Bellingham completed the scoring with England’s sixth goal.…

DUBAI, 19th July, 2026 (WAM) — The customs facilitation measures and economic solutions introduced by Dubai Customs under the economic support packages approved by H.H. Sheikh Hamdan bin Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Crown Prince of Dubai, Deputy Prime Minister, Minister of Defence and Chairman of The Executive Council of Dubai, have provided more than AED79 million in liquidity to the private sector, helped maintain trade flows worth AED33.9 billion between 1st March and 30th June 2026, supported business continuity for thousands of companies and strengthened supply chain resilience. Introduced to strengthen economic resilience and maintain trade continuity amid regional…

If you left booking your Fifa World Cup final plans until the last minute, chances are you’re already too late. As Spain and Argentina prepare to battle for football’s biggest prize on Sunday night, July 19, fans across the UAE have been scrambling to secure tables at sports bars, restaurants and fan zones, only to discover that many venues have been fully booked days before kick-off. For many supporters, finding somewhere to watch the final became almost as competitive as the match itself. Stay up to date with the latest news. Follow KT on WhatsApp Channels. “I started looking on…

DUBAI, 19th July, 2026 (WAM) — His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Vice President and Prime Minister of the UAE and Ruler of Dubai, today reviewed the results achieved by the UAE’s non-oil foreign trade in the first half of 2026. His Highness stated: “Today, we reviewed the UAE’s non-oil foreign trade results for the first half of 2026 – and they are exceptional by every measure. “Our non-oil foreign trade has approached the AED2 trillion mark in just six months, reaching a final figure of AED1.937 trillion, representing an annual growth of 13.1%. Our national non-oil exports…

As Spain and Argentina prepare to battle for football’s biggest glory, thousands of workers across the UAE are making plans of their own, not for stadiums or fan zones, but for wherever they can find a screen. For some, that means checking the score between taxi rides. For delivery riders, it could mean following the match while waiting for orders. Others will catch only a few minutes at a time during their shifts. In Jebel Ali, workers living in labour accommodation are turning the occasion into a community event, arranging a projector screening so residents can watch the final together.…

Finding a parking space in a busy shopping mall, navigating tight underground garages, or walking long distances to retrieve a vehicle in the UAE’s summer heat are everyday frustrations for many motorists. OMODA & JAECOO is addressing these real-world challenges with Super Intelligent Valet Parking (SIVP), its next-generation intelligent parking assistance technology designed to make parking safer, easier and more convenient. Rather than simply adding another parking feature, SIVP has been developed to simplify the entire parking experience. Operating within supported parking facilities, the technology enables drivers to exit the vehicle at a convenient location before using a dedicated mobile…

After months of anticipation, CBSE Grade 10 students across the UAE are celebrating their final board exam results, with mark sheets reflecting scores from a new two-phase examination system that gave students a second chance to improve their performance. The final mark sheets, now being issued, reflect the outcomes of a second round of improvement examinations held in May, giving students the chance to boost their scores in up to three subjects. For many families, the final confirmation brings a sense of closure and relief. Sahil Sajeed Latiff from Our Own Boys Al Warqa described the board exam cancellation in…

As summer holidays get underway, many children across the UAE are spending more hours indoors, often turning to smartphones, tablets, laptops and gaming devices for entertainment. While screens have become an unavoidable part of modern childhood — supporting learning, communication and recreation — doctors are warning that prolonged device use during the break could be quietly affecting children’s posture, flexibility and spinal health. Paediatricians say they are increasingly seeing children with early signs of posture-related problems, including neck and shoulder discomfort, headaches, stiffness and reduced mobility. While these symptoms may appear minor initially, ignoring them could lead to long-term musculoskeletal…

SEOUL, 19th July, 2026 (WAM) — The brand value of Samsung Group reached US$97.4 billion this year, a British consulting firm said Sunday, ranking eighth among major global technology companies, Yonhap News Agency reported. The value of Samsung Group marked an 8.9% increase from the previous year’s estimate of $89.4 billion, according to Brand Finance, a global brand valuation consultancy. Samsung, whose ranking slipped one spot from a year earlier, remained the only South Korean brand in the top 10. SK hynix Inc. ranked 28th, up one spot from the previous year. LG Group fell eight places to 44th, while…

ABU DHABI, 18th July, 2026 (WAM) — The Ministry of Family organised the 23rd mass wedding for residents of Al-Quaa in Al Ain, with the participation of more than 28 Emirati brides and grooms from the area, as part of a national initiative reflecting the UAE’s support for young people preparing for marriage, strengthening family stability and reinforcing the values of social cohesion. The initiative forms part of the ministry’s efforts to provide stable foundations for newly established families, contributing to a more cohesive and prosperous society in line with the objectives of the Year of Family and the National…